Intel Core i3-2330M vs Intel Core i7-9750H

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Intel Core i3-2330M or Intel Core i3-2330M – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i3-2330M features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2011 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-2330M, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1023 socket.
The Intel Core i7-9750H features 6 processor cores and has the capability to manage 12 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2019 and belongs to the 9 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-9750H, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1440 socket.
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i3-2330M Name Intel Core i7-9750H
Intel Core i3 Family Intel Core i7
2 Generation 9
Intel Core i 2000M Group Intel Core i 9000H
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-2330M has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-2330M is 2.2 GHz
The Intel Core i7-9750H has 6 CPU cores and can calculate 12 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-9750H is 2.6 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 4.5 GHz.
The number of CPU cores greatly affects the speed of the processor and is an important performance indicator.
4 Threads 12
No Overclocking No
2.2 GHz Frequency 2.6 GHz
None None 3.2 GHz
2x Cores 6x
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
None None 4.5 GHz
2 CPU Cores 6
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-2330M has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i3-2330M uses the Intel HD Graphics 3000, which has 96 texture shaders
and 12 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core i7-9750H has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-9750H uses the Intel UHD Graphics 630, which has 192 texture shaders
and 24 execution units.
12 Execution units 24
Intel HD Graphics 3000 GPU name Intel UHD Graphics 630
0.65 GHz GPU frequency 0.35 GHz
6 Generation 9.5
1.1 GHz GPU (Turbo) 1.15 GHz
10.1 Direct X 12
Q1/2011 Release date Q4/2017
-- Max. displays --
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 64.0 GB
96 Shaders 192
32 nm Technology 14 nm
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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-- AI specifications --
 
 

Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
No AV1 No
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode / Encode
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode / Encode
No JPEG Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode VC-1 Decode
No VP8 Decode / Encode
No VP9 Decode / Encode
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 16.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 21.3 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 128.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
Yes AES-NI Yes
16.0 GB Max. Memory 128.0 GB
DDR3-1333 Memory type DDR4-2666
pci PCIe pci
No ECC No
21.3 GB/s Bandwidth 42.7 GB/s
2 Memory channels 2
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 35 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 45 W watts.
100 °C Tjunction max 100 °C
None TDP down 35 W
35 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 45 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-2330M is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 3.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i7-9750H is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 12.0 MB cache.
-- Part Number --
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
BGA 1023 Socket BGA 1440
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Q2/2011 Release date Q2/2019
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
3.0 MB L3-Cache 12.0 MB
-- Release price 390 $
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
Sandy Bridge H Architecture Coffee Lake H Refresh
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
32 nm Technology 14 nm
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-9750H
6C 12T @ 2.6 GHz
5679
5679
Intel Core i3-2330M
2C 4T @ 2.2 GHz
766
766

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-9750H
6C 12T @ 2.6 GHz
5149
5149
Intel Core i3-2330M
2C 4T @ 2.2 GHz
958
958

CPU-Z Benchmark 17 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-9750H
6C 12T @ 2.6 GHz
2814
2814
Intel Core i3-2330M
2C 4T @ 2.2 GHz
517
517

Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-9750H
6C 12T @ 2.6 GHz
2653
2653
Intel Core i3-2330M
2C 4T @ 2.2 GHz
373
373

Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-9750H
6C 12T @ 2.6 GHz
1354
1354
Intel Core i3-2330M
2C 4T @ 2.2 GHz
369
369

Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-9750H
6C 12T @ 2.6 GHz
441
441
Intel Core i3-2330M
2C 4T @ 2.2 GHz
146
146